Body Butter - All you need to know

Why use Body Butters

Using body butters as a part of your skincare ritual is one of the healthiest and most rewarding ways to take care of your skin. Natural ingredients are not only good for your health, they are also very gentle on the skin. Body butters from plants like the Shea tree or Cocoa pod have many healing powers and help to balance and soothe your skin at the same time. 

Natural Body Butters

Natural body butters come in many varieties, but all share one thing: they are safe and natural. In fact, experts advise against the use of any type of commercial cosmetic that uses synthetic chemicals in their ingredients. Pure, natural products can be more beneficial to your health because they are a much better alternative than the chemical-laden commercial alternatives.

Natural butters offer the healthiest way to moisturize your body. They contain vitamins and minerals essential for healthy, radiant skin. Some of the best products to use to make your body butter are Shea butter, Cocoa butter, Coconut Oil and mango butter. Some of the nutrients found in the butters are, Vitamin E, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

In addition, it is very important to note that the Shea butter is one of nature's best emollients and it works very well for reducing inflammation and healing of wounds. Cocoa butter is also an excellent moisturizer and it softens the epidermis as well as softening the hair. These two butters are the best ingredients for promoting healthy skin and hair.

 Benefits of Natural Body Butters

Natural body butters don't contain any artificial preservatives, colors or fragrances and are very safe to use. In addition, they have some of the most powerful natural antioxidants known to man that can help slow down the aging process. For people who have sensitive skin or are prone to sun damage, natural skincare products are the best choice. This is because they offer the safest, most effective way to moisturize, repair and nourish skin.

Body butters made from a mix of natural pure ingredients such as Shea butter, Cocoa butter and other natural oils are a great choice for people who want a good all around moisturizer with healing benefits.

Body butters should be stored in a cool, dry place and will last a long time if they are properly handled. If you leave them out, they should last for three to six months. Refrigeration will also increase the shelf life of your body butter.

For best results, always exfoliate first using a natural cleanser, then moisturizer and finally, the body lotion or cream that you prefer. 

 

Active Ingredients for Body Butters

Shea Butter

• Shea butter is one of the most popular natural moisturizers. It is usually light and creamy and is derived from the fruit of the Shea tree. Shea butter is a great skin moisturizer that can be used daily.

Cocoa Butter

• Cocoa butter is that delicious, luxurious fat found in cocoa pods. One of the main benefits of cocoa butter is its high levels of antioxidants. Antioxidants play an important role in fighting off harmful environmental agents. 

Coconut Oil

• Coconut oil is a great moisturizer. It is extremely compatible with the skin's natural oils. The benefits of coconut oil include healing of skin conditions such as eczema and dermatitis. It also helps in reducing inflammation of the skin by penetrating deeply into it.

Mango Butter

• Mango Butter comes from the stone of the tropical mango. Mangoes are  vitamin and nutrients rich; with Vitamins E and A. Mango Butter is rich with antioxidants, fatty acids and vitamins that nourish the skin and boost its elasticity and suppleness. In this way it can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It is also known to boost the skin’s luster and natural radiance while reducing the appearance of dark spots.